The next aim is to do well at the upcoming Asian Games in Jakarta and Palembang later this year and her coach Nipon Das believes the teenager will be able to improve on her timing.
Gareth Southgate has already repaired English football at the international stage as the Russian sojourn is being viewed as a success story and England now have a steady line of world-class talent coming through, which means they could well land a major trophy soon.
Their nimble-footed counter-attacks, the creative genius of their mid-field duo, the safe pair of hands of their finest custodian ever and an experienced yet leaky defence's ability to soak in the pressure and just about not wilt in a crucial match finally gave Belgium's much touted Golden Generation its finest moment.
With the world's biggest sporting event set to kick off on Thursday, Indian football fans are all set to soak in the spirit of Joga bonito. Live callers tuned into CNN-News18's build-up coverage with their predictions for the tournament. News18's Assistant Editor Sports Arnab Sen also spoke about the strengths and weaknesses of the contenders.
Gautam Gambhir has stepped down as the captain of Delhi Daredevils after the team's disastrous start in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), on Wednesday. Middle-order batsman Shreyas Iyer has been handed over the reins of the team after Gambhir opted to vacate the hot-seat. Take a look at this video where we explain the entire saga -
When Cristiano Ronaldo and his ilk travel to Bavaria on Wednesday night and take on an equally starry Bayern, it will be a sight to behold. Men with extraordinary abilities will take to the hallowed turf at the Allianz Arena, looking to outwit each other through skill and muscle. These men will be cheered on by scores of supporters from both sides, and also the neutrals, for whom such a match-up is a rare opportunity to celebrate football at its best without having to worry about the result
For Bikram Sharma, a government servant in the city of Patiala in Punjab and his wife Sandeep Sharma, a boutique owner, life hasn't been the same since the beginning of 2018. Over the last decade, the couple had devoted most of their time in helping their son fulfill his dreams of becoming a professional cricketer.
Cricketnext’s pre-match analysis show of IPL 11 match between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders. Cricket expert Aakash Chopra previews the blockbuster clash as he dissects the smaller battles within the big war.
Cricketnext’s pre-match analysis show of IPL 11 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals. Watch Cricketnext’s Arnab Sen in conversation with cricket expert Aakash Chopra as they dissect the smaller battles within the big war.
Cricketnext’s pre-match analysis show of IPL 11 matches between Kings XI Punjab and Delhi Daredevils and also the second clash of the day between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Cricket expert Aakash Chopra previews the two blockbuster clashes as he dissects the smaller battles within the big war.
Cricketnext’s pre-match analysis show of IPL 11 opener between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings. Watch Cricketnext’s Arnab Sen in conversation with cricket expert Aakash Chopra as they dissect the smaller battles within the big war.
Smith could have tampered the ball himself. He could have asked another senior player to try his luck. But to choose Cameron Bancroft, who hasn't even played 10 international matches, to carry out the dirty work shows Smith's immaturity.
In the wake of the corruption charges levelled against cricketer Mohammed Shami by his wife Hasin Jahan, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has asked its anti-corruption wing to launch an investigation into the matter.
At the end it was yet another convincing and comprehensive victory, as Prithvi Shaw and his boys romped home against Australia in the final of the U-19 World Cup.
Nothing makes for a better story in sports than the triumph of the human spirit. The ability of its protagonist to stand up tall even in the face of adversity. Sometimes batting on South African pitches might seem like an insurmountable adversity
Tracing back to his international debut back in 2017, Cricketnext takes a look at Kuldeep Yadav's path-breaking performances across all formats.
Cricketnext met up with former India paceman RP Singh at his cricket academy in Greater Noida. Singh, who played a key role in India's 2007 WT20 triumph, explains the what and how of reverse swing and why the two new ball rule should be done away with.
With India set to play the second of three T20Is against England in Cardiff, Cricketnext looks back at the performances at Sophia Gardens in previous years. The 'Men in Blue’ have played four times at the ground and boast of a 3-1 win-loss record. All four games were ODIs, and were played against different oppositions. Here’s a quick recap of them:
England have a hundred percent win record at Cardiff in T20Is. The Three Lions have played four matches at the venue and have come out on top on each occasion. England have won two matches against Pakistan and one each against Australia and South Africa respectively.
Sixteen outstation cricketers are set to feature in the upcoming third edition of Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) for the first time. The eight franchises are allowed to have up to two players from other states.
The build-up to Friday's quarter-final clash between France and Uruguay has been dominated by individuals, but it may be the South Americans' almost unbreachable four-man defence which decides the result.
Last weekend, Didier Deschamps chalked up another significant achievement in a remarkable career.
Russia employed an attacking mindset against their World Cup group stage opponents but played defensively in the knockout clash against Spain, and Croatia believe they must be ready for either approach from the hosts in Saturday's quarter-final.
This year-upon-year polite knock it makes to occupy a place in your lives for a couple of weeks. For all the breathlessness of modern life, Wimbledon’s assurance of a throwback is its enduring attraction.
In trying to template something that was almost perfect, Spain became a parody of themselves, much like U2 became unrecognisable from the band that released The Joshua Tree.
Senior journalist Rajat Sharma on Monday beat World Cup winning India cricketer Madan Lal by 517 votes to become the new president of Delhi and Districts Cricket Association.
49 years ago on this day one of Sri Lanka's greatest batsmen ever was born in the city of Matara near the southern-most coast of the island nation. Sanath Jayasuriya had a terrible start to his international career, just like several other contemporaries of his in the Sri Lankan team, who were the whipping boys of international cricket in late 1980's and early 1990s.
India will begin their two match T20I series against Ireland on Wednesday. India leg spinner Yuzvendra Chahal addressed the media on the eve of the first match in Dublin. Chahal spoke about his partnership with chinaman bowler Kuldeep Yadav and on what makes the duo successful in limited overs cricket. He also spoke on the challenges of bowling in English conditions and how the series against Ireland will be important for Team India's preparations for the England tour.
Virat Kohli is on the cusp of accomplishing yet another batting landmark ahead of India’s first T20 international against Ireland on Wednesday. The Indian captain needs 17 runs to become the fastest man to 2000 runs in T20 internationals. Kohli’s 1983 runs so far have been scored at an average of 50.84 in just 54 innings.